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Video DownloadHelper not Working in Firefox: 3 Ways to Fix it
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Are you trying to use the Video DownlooadHelper extension on Firefox to download videos but it’s not working?
While the Video DownloadHelper extension works seamlessly with Windows, it may sometimes stop working completely.
But if you want towatch videos on a browser without buffering, we recommend some of the best browsers in this detailed guide.
In this post, we will highlight a few workarounds that may help you fix the Video DownloadHelper not working in the Firefox issue.
Why is DownloadHelper not working?
If your Firefox Video DownloadHelper add-on has stopped working out of nowhere, it could be due to:
The good thing is, that we have come up with a few possible ways to fix the issue when the Video DownloadHelper is not working in Firefox.
Quick Tip:
DownloadHelper may be working fine and the underlying issue is actually with your browser. Try installing it in Opera One instead. We suggest this browser because it’s very responsive.
Despite not having a dedicated DownloadHelper extension in its add-on shop, it supports all Chrome extensions. Just search for it in the Chrome web store and select Add to Opera One.
Opera One
What can I do if DownloadHelper doesn’t work in Firefox?
1. Update the Firefox browser
You can now try downloading videos using the Video DownloadHelper add-on and it should work fine now.
2. Clear the browsing data
Once done, restart Firefox and check if the Video DownloadHelper is still aggregating slow or not working.
If you want to speed up the process and have more control over the data you delete/keep, useCCleaner. It scans your browser and lets you select exactly which data you want to be removed.
3. Reinstall DownloadHelper
Restart Firefox and now check if it’s working now. It can also fix the Video DownloadHelper audio out of sync issue.
How do I enable Video DownloadHelper in Firefox?
If you are trying to download YouTube videos on Firefox using the Video DownloadHelper add-on and it’s not working in Firefox, chances are, it’s not installed.
To check if it’s installed, follow the below instructions:
You should now be able to access Video DownloadHelper and continue downloading online videos without any interruption.
Alternatively, you can restart the Firefox browser and your PC, or re-install the browser to check if it helps fix the issue.
Or, you can install the beta version of the Video DownloadHelper plugin to get rid of any issues.
But if you are still facing the same issue, you can use a Video DownloadHelper alternative on Firefox.
However, if you are having trouble downloading large files,here are some of the best browsers for downloading large files on PC.
For any other queries on browser extensions, do leave your message in the comments box below
More about the topics:Browser errors,browser extension,Firefox errors
Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
It all started with the evolution of mobile phones and Google, and that has now settled with Windows.
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